Rural home with vegetable garden in the mountains

Surrounded by citrus trees, this country house offers relaxation and comfort: equipped kitchen, private bathroom with large shower, panoramic bedroom next to a veranda perfect for outdoor dining. The large garden, host to decades old citrus trees, is ideal for barbecues and relaxing in the sun. Private parking with electric charging. 7 km from the Tyrrhenian coast, on the Norman Via Francigena. Mountain bike rental and excursions available. The space You will stay in an old farmhouse from the 1800s, renovated with every comfort but faithful to the original project. The bedroom is reached by crossing a private veranda with a view of the Peloritani mountains, perfect for reading, relaxing or eating outdoors. Inside you will find a fully equipped kitchen, a large bathroom, mosquito nets, fan and everything you need for a practical and functional stay. The entire structure is served by potable spring water. FTTH internet is available and there is a quiet area also suitable for working. Outside you can pick vegetables and fruit in the orchard and prepare them on the barbecue, with tables, chairs, a swing, gazebo and deckchairs to enjoy lunches or dinners in the shade or under the stars. The garden is shared with family members who take care of the plants and you can also meet our cats and small dogs, friendly and accustomed to the presence of guests. The house is located over 300 m above sea level, between hills and streams, with a cool climate even in summer, and only 7 km from the Tyrrhenian coast. You need a car to reach us, but you will have a reserved parking space inside the property, with a private gate and the possibility of electric charging. On request: - Trek / Scott mountain bike rental (30€ per day) - tent already set up to experience camping and sleep in the orchard (free, sleeping bags and sheets not included) - possibility of organising small outdoor events with friends (free but on request) - washing machine and dryer service managed by the host (starting from 7 euros) Guest access Guests have exclusive access to the apartment and can freely use the large garden equipped with a swing, outdoor kitchen, barbecue, tables and chairs for convivial lunches and dinners, shaded areas and deckchairs to relax in the sun. The entire structure is served by potable spring water. The outdoor area is occasionally shared with family members who take care of the garden, as well as with our cats and small dogs, calm and accustomed to the presence of guests. There is parking space inside the property, with access via a private gate. Upon request, it is also possible to use the electricity for charging your EV free of charge. Other things to note The house is located about 7 km from the Tyrrhenian coast, where you will find free beaches and clear, temperate waters. The use of a car is recommended: the closest train station is Saponara/Villafranca Tirrena (15 minutes by car), while the airports of Catania and Reggio Calabria can be reached in about 1 hour and 30 minutes (from Reggio it is necessary to cross the Strait by ferry). Nearby you will find a mini-market, bakeries, rotisseries and bars in the nearby village of Saponara (3 km). Further down, along the coast (7 km) there are larger supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, pizzerias and summer clubs. Among the recommended excursions: the villages of Rometta and Saponara, Borgo Pantano, an ancient medieval village of Jewish origin, Milazzo with ferries to the Aeolian Islands, Messina, Taormina, Venetico with the cycle path on the sea, Spadafora with the sports area in the greenery, the lakes of Marinello and the sanctuary of Tindari, Ganzirri and Torre Faro, two typical seaside villages. The two streams near the house are dry in during summertime but perfect for nature walks. Finally, for those who are walking the Via Francigena Normanna, we reserve special treatments: flexible reception, possibility of refreshment, overnight stay in a tent in the orchard and breakfast with local products to start again with energy. Registration Details IT083092C2YRZKSTMY